Day Retreats and Events

This Event takes place every first Tuesday of the month, from 9:30am-11:00am. The Power of Living Gratefully ~ Experience, deepen, and share the power of living gratefully. Bring gratitude to life… We hold grateful living as an engaged mindfulness practice, grounded in both wisdom and science, which supports our ability to see the wonder and […]

No Cost Event / Donations are appreciated Centering Prayer is a practice to foster our relationship with God. It is a movement beyond conversation to communion and union with God. It prepares us for the gift of contemplation. Centering Prayer is not meant to replace other kinds of prayer or meditation; rather it casts new […]

We are presenting a series of workshops throughout the year exploring the linkage between the mind and creativity to enhance our self-awareness. Each workshop is designed to stand alone but follow theme presented. Third in the series, this workshop, first presented in 2025, "Bilateral Drawing" is an introduction to creating abstract art using both hands […]

No Cost Event / Donations are appreciated Centering Prayer is a practice to foster our relationship with God. It is a movement beyond conversation to communion and union with God. It prepares us for the gift of contemplation. Centering Prayer is not meant to replace other kinds of prayer or meditation; rather it casts new […]

Join us for all four events in the series:  March 14, 2026 - Grief June 27, 2026 - Shame/Guilt September 26, 2026 - Forgiveness December 12, 2026 - Gratitude   Dr. Berger and Herb K. continue to explore the core components of EMOTIONAL SOBRIETY - OPTIMAL LIVING. They will help you become more aware of […]

One common denominator in being human is that we experience the deaths of our loved ones. How can grief and loss illuminate our hearts and deepen human connection? In this one-day workshop, you will be invited to move from grief toward joy using creative practices. We will offer incremental ways to release the weight of […]

This Event takes place every first Tuesday of the month, from 9:30am-11:00am. The Power of Living Gratefully ~ Experience, deepen, and share the power of living gratefully. Bring gratitude to life… We hold grateful living as an engaged mindfulness practice, grounded in both wisdom and science, which supports our ability to see the wonder and […]

No Cost Event / Donations are appreciated Centering Prayer is a practice to foster our relationship with God. It is a movement beyond conversation to communion and union with God. It prepares us for the gift of contemplation. Centering Prayer is not meant to replace other kinds of prayer or meditation; rather it casts new […]

Hosted By: Fred Luskin, PhD, and Herb Kaighan Forgiveness - “letting go of resentment”. It’s not done to please others, but in the interest of our FREEDOM. This workshop will discuss how to FORGIVE and will focus on a process of releasing them … and … being released ourselves. This will be a practical WORK-shop. […]

Trees don't lose their leaves because they're dying — they let go so they can survive winter and prepare for new growth. Letting go, and letting God, is one of nature's clearest teachings. Spiritual maturity often comes down to discerning what to hold onto and what to release. Wherever you are in your own life […]

No Cost Event / Donations are appreciated Centering Prayer is a practice to foster our relationship with God. It is a movement beyond conversation to communion and union with God. It prepares us for the gift of contemplation. Centering Prayer is not meant to replace other kinds of prayer or meditation; rather it casts new […]

This Event takes place every first Tuesday of the month, from 9:30am-11:00am. The Power of Living Gratefully ~ Experience, deepen, and share the power of living gratefully. Bring gratitude to life… We hold grateful living as an engaged mindfulness practice, grounded in both wisdom and science, which supports our ability to see the wonder and […]

Join us for a relaxed and welcoming evening at Mary & Joseph Retreat Center as part of our Dinner & Movie Night Series. We’ll begin with appetizers and dinner, followed by a family-friendly film for those who would like to stay and enjoy the rest of the evening together. These evenings are centered on community […]

No Cost Event / Donations are appreciated Centering Prayer is a practice to foster our relationship with God. It is a movement beyond conversation to communion and union with God. It prepares us for the gift of contemplation. Centering Prayer is not meant to replace other kinds of prayer or meditation; rather it casts new […]

We have many exciting events being planned. Details on each event with be forthcoming, but in the meantime, save the dates: November 14, 2026: Christmas Kintsugi Workshop February 13, 2027: Valentines Day Couples Dinner & Mini Retreat March 7-12, 2027: 5 Day Silent Retreat March 14, 2027: St. Patrick's Day Celebration with Live Music March […]

No Cost Event / Donations are appreciated Centering Prayer is a practice to foster our relationship with God. It is a movement beyond conversation to communion and union with God. It prepares us for the gift of contemplation. Centering Prayer is not meant to replace other kinds of prayer or meditation; rather it casts new […]

You're Invited to our 20th Annual Nativity Exhibit: Counting the Days _______________________________ Counting the Days Advent is a season of anticipation—a time when we prepare our hearts and homes for the coming of Christmas. For generations, people around the world have marked these days through cherished traditions: lighting the candles of the Advent wreath, opening […]

This Event takes place every first Tuesday of the month, from 9:30am-11:00am. The Power of Living Gratefully ~ Experience, deepen, and share the power of living gratefully. Bring gratitude to life… We hold grateful living as an engaged mindfulness practice, grounded in both wisdom and science, which supports our ability to see the wonder and […]

No Cost Event / Donations are appreciated Centering Prayer is a practice to foster our relationship with God. It is a movement beyond conversation to communion and union with God. It prepares us for the gift of contemplation. Centering Prayer is not meant to replace other kinds of prayer or meditation; rather it casts new […]

Join us for all four events in the series:  March 14, 2026 - Grief June 27, 2026 - Shame/Guilt September 26, 2026 - Forgiveness December 12, 2026 - Gratitude   Dr. Berger and Herb K. continue to explore the core components of EMOTIONAL SOBRIETY - OPTIMAL LIVING. They will help you become more aware of […]

No Cost Event / Donations are appreciated Centering Prayer is a practice to foster our relationship with God. It is a movement beyond conversation to communion and union with God. It prepares us for the gift of contemplation. Centering Prayer is not meant to replace other kinds of prayer or meditation; rather it casts new […]

Transforming life’s fractures into renewed strength, meaning, and wholeness. “I am the light of the world, says the Lord; whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” – John 8:12   The Broken Bowl® Experience is a spiritually grounded journey into resilience, restoration, and renewal. Inspired by the […]